Taconite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Picrite

The general Taconite and Picrite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. On the other hand, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Taconite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Picrite

The history of Taconite and Picrite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Taconite and Picrite Origin and Discoverer

Taconite and Picrite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Taconite and Picrite. In this section, you will know about Taconite and Picrite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota whereas Origin of Picrite is Hawaii Islands. It is interesting to know the name of Taconite and Picrite discoverer. The Discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell and the discoverer of Picrite is Unknown.

Etymology of Taconite and Picrite

Along with Taconite and Picrite definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Picrite. Etymology of Taconite and Picrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Picrite. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Picrite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Picrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Picrite are listed below.

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Picrite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock